Prayagraj to Faizabad
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh to Faizabad, Uttar Pradesh.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Prayagraj to Faizabad
197 km · ~4h 16m · About 4h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Prayagraj
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near SultanpurAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
47 km · 56m drive from previous stop
Arrive in FaizabadFaizabad, Uttar Pradesh
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Prayagraj to Faizabad
197 km · ~4h 23m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Prayagraj
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Prayagraj. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Prayagraj → Faizabad
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~197 km
~4h 23m|Tentative fare ₹220–₹600
- Arrive in Faizabad
Faizabad, Uttar Pradesh
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Prayagraj to Faizabad
Nearest railway stations: Allahabad Jn for Prayagraj, Faizabad Jn for Faizabad.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Prayagraj to Faizabad: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Prayagraj to Faizabad is about 197 km by road, roughly 3.9 hours of travel time. The road passes near Sultanpur.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 197 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹6,779 · Ertiga ₹8,641 · Innova ₹9,014 · Innova Crysta ₹11,100 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹15,343
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹220 · AC Seater ₹350 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹320 · AC Sleeper ₹450 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹600
- Train: Sleeper ₹150 · Economy ₹230 · Third AC ₹310 · Second AC ₹420 · First AC ₹580
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Faizabad.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Prayagraj to Faizabad. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Sultanpur125 km from Prayagraj
Hotels in Faizabad
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Things to Do in Faizabad
Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar International Sports Stadium
A multi-purpose stadium with a capacity of 30,000.
Chaturdashkoshi Parikrama
Constitutes a circular journey of 28 miles made once a year on the occasion of Akshainaumi, which is completed within 24 hours.
Ram Lila
The enactment of the story of Lord Rama is believed to have been started by great Saint Tulsidas. The Ramcharitmanas, written by him till today forms the basis of Ram…
Ram Navmi Mela
Ayodhya, the holy city of the sacred pilgrim centre of Hindus plays host to the Ram Navmi Festival in the month of April. Thousands of worshippers gather to venerate…
Sravan Jhula Mela
This mela celebrates the playful spirit of the deities. On the third day of the second half of Shravan, images of the deities (specially of Rama, Lakshman and Sita) are…
Parikramas
Ayodhya is perhaps the most noted place in the northern India where parikramas are undertaken by Hindu Pilgrims.
Suggested Faizabad Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Faizabad
- Travel from Prayagraj to Faizabad (about 3.9 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Ram Mandir
Day 2Explore Faizabad
- Visit Babri Masjid
- Visit Ram Mandir Dhwajarohan
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Hanuman Garhi Temple
- Head back to Prayagraj
Extend Your Trip
Add a nearby place to your Faizabad trip and see the full Prayagraj → Faizabad → next stop route.
Faizabad → Siddharthnagar
About 140 km by road
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